Tamil Nadu Government Revokes Goondas Act Against A. Shankar The Tamil Nadu government has officially revoked the Goondas Act detention order against A. Shankar, also known as "Savukku Shankar," through a new government order issued on May 19, 2026. The decision followed a thorough review by an advisory board, which concluded there was no sufficient cause to maintain the detention under the 1982 Tamil Nadu Prevention of Disturbances Act. A. Shankar, a prominent Tamil Nadu political commentator and media personality, was previously detained by the Chennai Metropolitan Police under the Goondas Act. The police had filed a preventive detention order against him on April 9, 2026, citing alleged violations of the law. However, the advisory board, which examined all case details, including his statements and legal documents, found no valid grounds to justify his continued detention. The advisory board’s recommendation was accepted by the Tamil Nadu government, leading to the issuance of the order to revoke the detention. According to the order, Shankar, who was held in the Chennai Central Jail, must be released immediately unless there are other pending legal cases against him. The order was signed by Deputy Secretary to Government P. Kumarai and approved by the relevant department officer on May 19, 2026. The government’s decision highlights the review process under the 1982 Prevention of Disturbances Act, which allows authorities to detain individuals deemed a threat to public order. The advisory board’s role in evaluating the case underscores the legal safeguards in place for such detentions. The order effectively ends Shankar’s preventive detention, marking a significant development in the case.#advisory_board #tamil_nadu_government #a_shankar #chennai_metropolitan_police #goondas_act
